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Oversized Hoodie Sweatshirt Blanket
Mike O'Connor
https://serviceprofessionalsnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Oversized-Hoodie-Blanker.mp4 Previous Next CHECK IT OUT The Catalonia Oversized Hoodie Blanket sweater is super soft, warm, and comfortable. This giant Sherpa pullover with a large front pocket is also one size fits all. Therefore, it’s a perfect gift for women, men, and teenagers that want to be warm and comfortable anywhere! You can wear this on your lazy days around
Line Cutterz Ring – Quick Fishing Line Cutter
John O'Connor
The Line Cutterz Ring – Quick Fishing Line Cutter is a great gift for people that like fishing. Cutting fishing line can be a pain, especially while on a boat, so this little tool really comes in handy. Check out the video and product details below. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more. LINE CUTTERZ
A People’s History of the United States
paulmcabbott
A comprehensive tome, “ A People’s History of the United States ” meticulously chronicles events spanning from colonial times to the 2000 presidential election. A People’s History of the United States A People’s History of the United States (book) “A wonderful, splendid book – a book that should be ready by every American, student or otherwise, who wants to understand
KitchenArt Ham Dogger
Dougie Giroux
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DM Tees Designs – Connect with Nour Nazmi
Mike O'Connor
Are you a person that likes cool comfy clothes and supporting women in business? I suggest you check out Nour Nazmi’s clothing line, known as DM Tees Designs on Etsy ! He clothing line passes long a lot of positive vibes, and everything is eco-friendly, so it’s a win-win! I originally got connected with Nour on LinkedIn by simply liking
D’CENT Biometric Cryptocurrency Hardware Wallet
Mike O'Connor
The D’CENT Biometric Cryptocurrency Hardware Wallet protects Bitcoin, Dogecoin, or whatever cryptocurrency you want to keep safe. This biometric wallet easily makes our list of top gifts for geeks! It is a Bluetooth-enabled cold storage device that protects your private crypto keys with a certified Secure chip(EAL5+). It has a built-in fingerprint sensor, which both prevent others from accessing your
Icebreaker Ice Cube System
Kelly
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World of Watersports Super Slide
Mike O'Connor
The World of Watersports Super Slide is 25′ long so it will fit in most backyard areas. That is big enough to have 4 people on in it with safe social distancing at all times. It’s possible if they’re moving at the same speed and laying horizontally. Physics aside, this super slide is a whole lot of fun! You can
Wireless Qi-Certified Fast Charger- Mug Warmer – Cooler | Nomodo
Mike O'Connor
The Wireless Qi-Certified fast charger with a mug warmer and drink cooler combo from Nomodo is a great office gift. It’s also a great gift for men, women, or anyone that loves coffee and electronics. Getting it on Amazon for just $79.99 makes it a great buy for the pocketbook too. http://youtube.com/watch?v=iwL1XjAJEYs Tired of your ice cubes melting and watering
Antler Fan Chandelier – Great Ceiling Fan For Country Decor
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
The Willy Exerciser…buy it on Amazon! CHECK IT OUT The Willy Exerciser is a great gag gift for any guy going over the hill. Make sure the guy in your life knows you care about the health of his willy. If he loves you then he will put in the work to make it work when you need it. The
Jackery Portable Power Station
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240, 240Wh Backup Lithium Battery, 110V/200W Pure Sine Wave AC Outlet, Solar Generator (Solar Panel Optional) for Outdoors Camping Travel Hunting Emergency…buy it on Amazon! The Jackery Portable Power Station is about the size of a lunchbox. But it brings a lot of power in a small package. You can power up
Kangoo Jumps Anti-Gravity Fitness Boots
Mike O'Connor
Someone told me to try Kangoo Jumps Anti-Gravity Fitness Boots because I told that I like to run outside, but don’t want to put the extra wear and tear on my knees. Apparently, my friend uses a pair of these. I thought his legs were just looking better due to walk a
Relaxation Waterfall Fountain
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next This is a relaxation waterfall fountain that brings the zen to any stressful home & office work area. The sound of the water is so helpful, no matter how crazy the day is. Silver Springs Relaxation Waterfall Fountain Details Decorative and soothing: EnviraScape’s Silver Springs Relaxation Fountain brings a Zen-feel to any room. It’s the
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Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
Zombie Vampire Blood Armblade Sword.Bloodrayne Agent Vampire Armblade Sword Overall Length: 27 Inches Blade Length: 14 Inches Includes: Free Nylon Sheath, Handle, Hardware. Stainless Steel. Buy it on Amazon! This Zombie Vampire Blood Armblade Sword is not a toy. It is however based on the arm blade from the movie BloodRayne. The character Rayne is the main protagonist of the
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Mike O'Connor
This Myerchin’s Marlin Spike was made for people like me that like to tie knots so tight that you can’t untie them. This tool kind of looks like a letter opener and can possibly be used for self-defense, but it was actually made to untie knots without hassle. CHECK IT OUT Most sailors and survivalists will know what this maritime
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Mike O'Connor
This DIY At-Home Self Surgery Vasectomy Kit is a great gag gift that also sends a message that the baby clock has run out of time. The DIY At-Home Self Surgery Vasectomy Kit “Includes*” – [*does not actually include – Prank Gift Box] A free bottle of bourbon! 2 small band-aids, and a magnifying glass. DIY At-Home Self Surgery Vasectomy
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Mike O'Connor
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Candy
The Ginnie Juicer – Compact Masticating Slow Juicer makes a great addition to any kitchen because it’s easy to set-up, easy to use, and easy to clean. This juicer is also pretty small so it doesn’t take up a ton of counter space. Ventray Essential Ginnie Juicer The “Ginnie Juicer” just sounds easy, right? Ventray and customer reviews show that
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Mike O'Connor
The Kicko 3-inch air horn makes our list of great gifts for women. It’s also a great gift idea for kids and teens due to it being a very loud whistle. This little air horn is great for sporting events, pulling pranks, and potentially saving lives. The Kicko 3-inch air horn is very loud and easy to use so it is
Solid Office Chair For Heavy People
Mike O'Connor
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Cliff Prefabricated Modular House
Mike O'Connor
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Mike O'Connor
The Ghostbusters Ghost Trap Incense Burner makes our best gifts for geeks list, because we all know a nerd that still says “I ain’t afraid of no ghost!” We all know one. They usually are the nerds of the hippie incense burning variety too. I definitely won’t be afraid of a ghost that smells like Jasmine or sandalwood spice. The
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Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT This DYI Hidden Door Hinge System (Murphy Door ID.HINGEKIT Fmhd Pivot Hinge System W/New Ball Lock Pin) is a great man-cave gift. There aren’t many men that have a man-cave that hasn’t thought about having a hidden room or compartment of some sort. That is part of what
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Mike O'Connor
This Cube Laser Virtual Keyboard is a great gift idea for iPad and iPhone users, especially if they travel. It’s also one of our top gifts for geeks! A friend of mine had the Celluon’s EPIC Laser Virtual Keyboard, on our trip to recent trip to Dallas. The a 63-key QWERTY holograph
Remote Control Crocodile Head
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT This remote control crocodile head makes our list of great gifts for teens dues to obvious prank-driven reasons. However, this thing also has a practical use for anyone with a pond or pool that they want to protect. This remote control crocodile head is fun to play with for anyone. You can play with it in your pond,
Underbust Sweat Absorbers – Don’t Sweat-It Bra Liners
Mike O'Connor
https://serviceprofessionalsnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ShortForm-Generic-480p-16-9-1409173089793-rpcbe5.mp4 CHECK IT OUT These Underbust Sweat Absorbers will help stay more comfortable and dry when the heat is up. Belly Bandit Don’t Sweat-It Bra Liners are the perfect underbust sweat absorbers that your lady friends have been dying for. Get a few today for your women. These underbust sweat absorbers also make our best gifts for women guide. You
8 Piece XL Towel Set By Mosobam – Made In Green
Mike O'Connor
This 8 Piece XL Towel Set really makes a great gift idea for women due to their high-quality. I was a house guest at my buddies a year or so ago and I got some stains on a towel. His wife was cool about it, but I could tell she really liked her towels. Therefore, I had to get her
BigMouth Inc Dumbbell Beer Glass – Great Beer Lovers Gift
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The BigMouth Inc Dumbbell Beer Glass, It’s a great gag gift for weight lifters, exercise fanatics, and beer nuts. It’s made of glass, awesome, and it’s also on Amazon for $13.99. This BigMouth Inc Dumbbell Beer Glass is for the heavyweight beer lovers. It’s has a real dumbbell shape and can also hold an impressive 24 oz. of
Emergency Radio with NOAA Weather Alert
Candy
The Emergency Radio with NOAA Weather Alert makes the list of great gift ideas for campers and road warriors . Check it out and other cool stuff to buy ! I might just get Dougie one for a Valentine’s Gift , because it would make a great gift idea for him . NOAA Weather Radio This NOAA Weather Radio is
Camping Multitool Hatchet (Survival Gear)
Dougie Giroux
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Personalized ManCave Estabishment Signs
paulmcabbott
Personalized ManCave Establishment Signs might seem a bit dorky, but that is what I like about them. A man’s home is his castle, but his mancave is his sanctuary, so a sign letting people know they’re entering that special area might be a great idea. Getting personalized mancace establishment signs will let the special man in your life know how
Trampoline Sprinkler
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Trampoline Sprinkler answers the lifelong question that I ask myself every summer: How can we make trampolines more dangerous? You know your kids are going to be entrepreneurs if they have their friends sign waivers and set up a camera for their YouTube channel. Biubee’s 49′ long trampoline sprinkler provides the answer so many of us
Man Cave Gift Ideas – Great Gifts For The Man Cave
Mike O'Connor
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The Kitchen Without Borders Cookbook
Mike O'Connor
The Kitchen without Borders: Recipes and Stories from Refugee and Immigrant Chefs A Culinary Journey Around the World Take a trip around the globe through the recipes in The Kitchen Without Borders . This unique cookbook features dishes created by immigrant and refugee chefs who now call themselves the Eat Offbeat family. The book offers more than just delicious food.
The LinkedIn Book for Network Marketing
Bernie Fussenegger
Check out t he LinkedIn Book for Network Marketing: Simple Strategies for Massive Success on Amazon ! Use our affiliate links to buy the LinkedIn Book for network marketing. Join the LinkedIn networking group on SPN. Connect with me on LinkedIn too! The LinkedIn Book for Network Marketing: Simple Strategies for Massive Success. Buy it on Amazon now! The LinkedIn
Bond Touch Bracelets for Long-Distance Lovers
Mike O'Connor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkdkJ3AHc2o&t=17s Bond Touch Bracelets are a great gift idea for girlfriends or boyfriends that like to know you’re thinking of them. They’re also a fun piece of jewelry that lets people know you’re off the market. They are a pair of vibrators technically speaking. You and your lady or man can each wear on your wrist and send little positive
Pocket Shot PRO Arrow Slingshot
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The Pocket Shot PRO Arrow Slingshot takes the classic slingshot to the next level. Everyone knows the original slingshot’s stretchy pouch fires steel slugs, marbles, .4 cal paintballs, and airsoft ammo. The Pocket Shot Pro Arrow is different because it gives shooters the ability to shoot fill-size arrows with precision. This is a true weapon so it’s not
Bedsure Satin Pillowcase
Krisi Miller
The Bedsure Satin Pillowcase is a best-seller on Amazon with over 300k mostly positive reviews, so you can feel confident buying it as a great gift for her. These pillowcases also join the silk suit pajamas on the list of great gifts for men ! SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more .
Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod
Candy
The TONEOF 60″ Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod is a great gift idea for social media influencers that want to be able to take better photos and videos . SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . TONEOF 60″ Cell Phone Selfie Stick Tripod,Smartphone Tripod Stand All-in-1 with Integrated Wireless Remote,Portable,Lightweight,Extendable Phone Tripod
Delete My Browser History Medical Alert Bracelet – Great Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The SPN gift guides have a lot of great gifts, but few save lives like “Delete My Browser History Medical Alert Bracelet.” That was a joke, but this is enough truth in that last line to make this a great gift for men. Product description: “Delete My Browser History Medical Alert Bracelet” This gag gift is engraved with “Delete
Why I Must Have Sex with You Checklist
Mike O'Connor
The Why I Must Have Sex with You Checklist Note Pad is a clear choice for gifts for women blog. It’s so clearly not something men would need or want around. I’m also pretty sure it’s going to offend someone with the political correctness of today. However, I find it funny so I had to add it to the SPN
Hand Shocking Lie Detector Game
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Hand Shocking Lie Detector Game means you don’t have to interrogate your significant other anymore. There is no need to go through their phone or Facebook anymore because you can just strap them to this lie detector! The truth will set you free and a lie will light you up! This game works by strapping the
Silonn Ice Maker Countertop
George Vincent Willis
The Silonn Ice Maker Countertop makes a great gift idea for the mancave . It’s also a great gift idea for the office or people that like chilling in the garage. SPN is reader supported, some products displayed may earn us a commission. Learn more . Silonn Ice Maker Countertop, 9 Cubes Ready in 6 Mins, 26lbs in 24Hrs, Self-Cleaning
Don’t Be Afraid To Learn A Lesson
Mike O'Connor
Don’t be afraid to learn a lesson no matter how old you are. And make sure to remember the lessons you learn along the way. If you’re constantly pushing to improve yourself and provide the best life for you and yours, should you really fear failure? It seems the best learning tends to happen during our biggest heartbreaks and moments
Standing in Strength: Inspirational Stories of Inner Power Unleashed – Book Review
Mike O'Connor
I read Standing in Strength: Inspirational Stories of Inner Power Unleashed, and I liked it for many different reasons. Laarni Mulvey and I have known each other for a while, and we have been friends for a while. The book sat on my table in a pile of other books, before I read it. I got the book because she
The Scout Hunting Slingshot – Outdoors
Mike O'Connor
CHECK IT OUT The Scout Hunting Slingshot is fun for everyone. You don’t have to be a hunter or be a big fan of the outdoors to enjoy shooting this slingshot. This American-made slingshot features a sturdy polycarbonate construction frame so it’s built to last! It also has an asymmetrical palmswell for people with large or small hands. This slingshot
Furniture Deals: Get Great Furniture For Your Home & Office
Mike O'Connor
Check out this furniture you’ll love and get great ideas on how to decorate your home or office. There is furniture for every style and budget in this list. Explore this assortment of home & office furniture, so you can get great stuff. Whether you’re shopping for headboards, bedroom sets, sofas, or whatever this is the site to use. You
Picnic Backpack Bag With Cooler Compartment
Ira Bowman
apollo walker Picnic Backpack Bag for 2 Person with Cooler Compartment, Detachable Bottle/Wine Holder, Fleece Blanket, Plates and Cutlery(2 Person, Brown) Picnic Backpack Bag with Cooler Compartment The enduring love tale between him and his sweetheart will blossom in their golden years, all thanks to a timeless tradition: the picnic basket. A leisurely stroll to a nearby park is all
Boxing Speed Ball
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next This Boxing Speed Ball Training Equipment is a great tool for quickness as well as hand-eye coordination. It’s a super great way to vent your frustration if you’re good at it! If you’re like me then it’s also a great way to get some more frustration. This thing doesn’t do the work
Star Wars Death Star Cutting Board
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next CHECK IT OUT This Star Wars Death Star Cutting Board is a must-have for anyone that loves cooking and Star Wars. The Death Star is known as galactic Super-weapon and now it can help you slay in the kitchen too! It’s made out of hardened-glass so it can protect your counters safely. The hardened-glass part is also pretty space-age
Helm True Wireless Headphones – Great Gift Ideas
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next Helm True Wireless Headphones are small sleek. They also offer exceptional HiFi sound quality, incredible bass, and superb definition. You’ll be able to hear every note clearly and comfortably. The earbuds resemble the eyes of a fly and the tech behind this wireless music device is just as cool. These earbuds were made with music-loving athletes in mind,
Cosco Shifter – 300lb Capacity Multi-Position Dolly
Mike O'Connor
The Cosco Shifter, a 300lb capacity multi-position dolly for versatile load hauling may not be a great on the list of top gift ideas for Valentine’s day, but it makes the great gifts for women list. It’s also a great gift idea for girlfriends that love the color pink. She will thank you for helping her find a way to
Ring Video Doorbell
Craig Wasilchak
Check out the famous Ring Video Doorbell on Amazon through our affiliate shopping links to help us provide our free services. Join SPN to network and market your products. Ring Video Doorbell See who’s there at the door with the Ring Video Doorbell! It’s nice being able to see, hear, and speak with anyone at your door at anytime no
Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes for Suitcases
Craig Wasilchak
The Veken 8 Set Packing Cubes for Suitcases is a great gift idea for anyone that loves traveling. Veken Packing Cubes are a preferred by many frequent travelers. Traveling can be exciting, but packing can be a chore, especially if you tend to overpack. Packing cubes can be a game-changer for overflowing suitcases. They not only help you pack efficiently
The Best Car Accessories Every Road Warrior Must Have
George Vincent Willis
For those of you about to hit the open road, we salute you! We also want to make sure our favorite travelers have the best car accessories possible! Every road trip, no matter how long or short, is better when you have the right car accessories and gadgets. These car accessories and gadgets can range from fun to safety tools.
BAS-RUTTEN Mass Suit- Full Body Resistance Training Suit
Mike O'Connor
Previous Next The BAS-RUTTEN Mass Suit– full-body resistance training suit is on Amazon for $239.00. This full-body resistance suit has a unique design many professional athletes are using. The athletes are using this Bas-Rutten Mass suit so they can improve their strength, speed, and power. It’s also great for improving one’s mental toughness. Providing your entire body with serious training
Honeymoon In Baghdad By Heidi Radkiewicz – Book Review
Mike O'Connor
Honeymoon in Baghdad By Heidi Radkiewicz Mike O’Connor‘s review of Honeymoon in Baghdad: I first met Jake Radkiewicz when he moved to our little middle school in Villa Park. We became fast friends, but we like a lot of young friends drifted apart in high school and beyond. I always knew that Jake was an exceptional human being so it
BREAKTHROUGH: Evolve Your Strategy & Marketing
Mike O'Connor
Mike O’Connor‘s book review on BREAKTHROUGH by Doyle Buehler. Buy The Book: I always take things with a grain of salt. That is especially true when it comes to social media and digital marketing gurus. There are so many fakes out there it can really make anyone a skeptic. I did not have high hopes when I heard about the